Colorful And Contrasting FM House Inspired By Electronic Music

This bold home was inspired by electronic music, was done with contrasting colors, finishes and much pattern

This bold home was inspired by electronic music, was done with contrasting colors, finishes and much pattern

To design the FM House in São Paulo, Brazil, Mombá Arquitetura referenced Vaporwave, a subgenre that gives nod to the 80s and 90s. While electronic music was its main inspiration, Vaporwave was also known for its surreal art and consumer culture, all of which lead the selections made for finishes, colors, and shapes.

The 72-square-meter interior was updated with contemporary furnishings and a vibrant palette to coexist with original features, like the white tile on the walls and the granite floor. The dining room was furnished with finds from antique stores and travel, alongside contemporary design pieces and a catchy gallery wall. White tile walls are an unusual solution for a dining nook. The kitchen is done with plain green cabinets, a white stone countertop and two different backsplashes – of blush and white tiles.

The living room shows off a combo of teal and white that create a striking contrast to begin with. The Tetris Sofa makes a bold statement in the center of the open room helping to divide the space up between sitting area and office. A glazed wall features cool views, and lots of potted greenery creates a feeling of being outside. The bedroom features cozy soft pink walls and a light blue pillow headboard, paired with bold accent pillows and geometric bedding.

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The kitchen is long and narrow, done with green cabinets, white terrazzo countertops, blush and white tile backsplashes

The kitchen is long and narrow, done with green cabinets, white terrazzo countertops, blush and white tile backsplashes

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The house is full of shapes, lines, colors and materials to make it bold and energetic

The house is full of shapes, lines, colors and materials to make it bold and energetic

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The dining space is clad with white square tiles, there are cool grey chairs and a catchy gallery wall plus a blush pendant lamp

The dining space is clad with white square tiles, there are cool grey chairs and a catchy gallery wall plus a blush pendant lamp

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Some of these items are vintage finds, others were gathered by the owners

Some of these items are vintage finds, others were gathered by the owners

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The living room shows off another cool mix of colors and prints and a glass wall to fill it with natural light

The living room shows off another cool mix of colors and prints and a glass wall to fill it with natural light

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The storage unit is a mid-century wooden one, and there's a desk there, a bright sofa is a centerpiece here

The storage unit is a mid-century wooden one, and there's a desk there, a bright sofa is a centerpiece here

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Lots of potted greenery brings a natural feel to the space, and it creates an outdoor feeling

Lots of potted greenery brings a natural feel to the space, and it creates an outdoor feeling

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The bedroom also shows off bright colors and prints and matte black touches add drama here

The bedroom also shows off bright colors and prints and matte black touches add drama here

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Bright bedding continues the decor style

Bright bedding continues the decor style

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The storage unit is neutral, it stands out on a color block pastel wall

The storage unit is neutral, it stands out on a color block pastel wall

Source: design-milk